Empowering people in Nottingham to get more active

Imagine being a senior resident looking to stay active and engaged in your community. Finding the right resources and information can be daunting, especially when relying on outdated directories or having to search the internet. Abolade recognised this challenge and was determined to make a change.

Abolade Akanji is a passionate Community Engagement Co-ordinator at Age UK in Nottingham. His mission is clear: empower older residents to get active and enjoy life to the fullest. But it wasn't always easy. Abolade spent countless hours searching for resources, relying on outdated directories, and contacting colleagues for info.

Abolade's game-changing move was to curate a brilliant collection of resources designed to help people get active and enjoy the wonderful green spaces in Ashfield.

This simple approach of creating and sharing resource collections has meant that more and more people are exploring walking groups and using the green spaces in Ashfield. This newfound empowerment is improving the quality of life for many, and they're discovering a newfound sense of community.

Abolade is not only helping others but has also saved valuable time in the process. By streamlining the way he accesses and shares resources, he's become even more effective in his mission.

Abolade Akanji's journey shows us the impact that dedication and innovative tools can have in improving the lives of residents in our communities.

If you're looking to make a positive change or empower a specific group in your community, Abolade's story is a great example. With the right tools and dedication, you can create positive change and make life better for the people around you.